World History
- 1920 – League of Nations Established
Early effort toward global peace and collective security. - 1946 – First UN General Assembly Convenes in London
Launches active international cooperation after WWII. - 2000 – America Online Announces Merger with Time Warner
Symbol of the tech-driven shift in global business and media.
U.S. History
- 1776 – Thomas Paine Publishes “Common Sense”
Influenced public support for American independence. - 1870 – Rockefeller Incorporates Standard Oil
Sets the stage for modern corporations and antitrust law. - 2003 – Illinois Governor Commutes All Death Row Sentences
Renewed ethical debate on capital punishment in America.